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Avatar for Melvin Power Wash
Melvin Power Wash
4.3(
749
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Serving Colchester, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I can't speak highly enough about this company. When I called to arrange an on site visit for an estimate, they showed up on time and listened to everything I had to say about the job. I was given a written quote on the spot (something I rarely see from contractors), so I offered them the job. To my surprise, he said he could get started the very next day (a Saturday) and that they would be able to finish the following Monday when the deck had dried off. They arrived to start the job when they said they would, and got to work right away. I was concerned I would need to move the stuff we have on the decks, but they told me they could simply move them to the side and then move them back when they were done. They did exactly that, and everything was put back to its original position when they were finished. They were power washing all day, and were very thorough. When they came back two days later, they again went to work right away rebuilding the stairs and water sealing the deck. The stairs look great! They even added a step so the bottom step could sit more securely on the concrete (it had been resting on a cinder block before being rebuilt). They advised to wait 1-2 days for the water sealer to dry before using the decks, we paid them, and they did a great job cleaning up when they left. I wish all contractors we hired were as efficient and straightforward as the people working at Melvin Power Wash. I will absolutely call on them again when my decks need maintenance, or if my house needs a wash."
Deck Maintenance Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Remodeling - General Project
Deck Maintenance Project
Remodeling - General Project

+76

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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The Builders & Cleaners
4.9(
119
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Serving Colchester, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired the cleaners and builders for one time maid service to help clean up after construction. They were efficient and affordable ..did a great job thank you so much!"
Dust out from the ductwork
Dust out from the ductwork
Clean vent
Clean vent
Dust in the return

+1807

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Beachfront Softwash
Beachfront Softwash
4.7(
49
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Serving Colchester, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pre-treatment (mostly bleach, which leaves a putrid smell for days) left stains on my deck furniture (table, chairs, umbrella, glider, grill cover, and lounge chairs). This could have been avoided if items had been covered properly or removed. The power washing job itself on my deck and rails was satisfactory."
cedar softwash before and after
vinyl siding wash
Power wash Deck
concreate pressure wash
Aluminum house wash

+19

Response time7 hrs
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Lord Wood LLC
4.4(
11
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Serving Colchester, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the second time I have used their services (did hardwood floor installation in the past and they just did hardwood floor refinishing). They did a great job-floors look wonderful! I appreciate that they sealed off items and areas to minimize dust exposure. They moved furniture, sanded, and applied several coats of finish - in just two days. They communicated with me throughout the day so I always knew when I could or could not walk on the floors. Overall, it was a much easier project than I had anticipated! I highly recommend them for your next floor replacement or refinishing."
Kitchen detail
Hallway
Living room
Kitchen
Room

+34

Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Amerigreen Contracting Services, LLC
4.4(
24
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Serving Colchester, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"James Ruth is AMAZING!!! James & his team worked a miracle on our Victorian home especially on our tight budget. We will use him again & we highly recommend his services. Great communication and knowledge of home structure & maintenance. We fell more in love with our home; power washed, scraped, sand and painted....Just so happy!!!!"
 View from the Road
 BEDROOM 1
 LIVING ROOM
 TILE INSTALLATION
 Solid Stain on Beachfront Home

+56

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Driscolls painting and remodeling LLC
4.7(
30
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Serving Colchester, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Haven did a superb job! He made 8 banisters much more secure by installing brackets and rosettes. He used his expertise, experience and all the right tools. He has a variety of tools that made the job easier and quicker. He touched up the paint where it needed it. He then secured the trim on 2 doorways and trimmed a piece on the spa. Very flexible, good natured, accommodated our schedule and was very knowledgeable! I?m having him come back in the spring to correct more things!! Best of the best!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Outstanding Pressure Washing Service
5.0(
20
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Serving Colchester, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recommend this company to friends all the time! Hired him to do certain things around my house and he did my deck, shudders, walkways, and windows is part of his cleaning and while he was here I asked him to to do my garage and he did and included them and no extra charge! His prices are reasonable and equal to others in are! Will have him back when needed!"
#1002 Ranch
#1002 Ranch
#1002 Ranch
#1002 Ranch
#1002 Ranch right front

+9

Response time2 hrs
Response rate87%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for CertaPro Painters
CertaPro Painters
4.2(
87
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Serving Colchester, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"they came cleared off my deck, cleaned. sanded a d staikned myh deck came back to clean up and put back deck furniture also left me stain it I needed it very nice and friendley"
 Mystic Historical Job
 Old Saybrook Stain Job
 Mystic Paint Job
 Pawcatuck Business
 Mystic Residential

+8

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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A-1 Painting Contractors
4.0(
12
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Serving Colchester, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"John and his crew did an excellent job prepping and painting the exterior of our house and garage -- both 2-story buildings. They came one day and power washed everything. Very thorough job! Then they came back a few days later and sanded and sanded -- much more than we thought they would. They pointed out anything that needed to be replaced and offered to replace them if we wanted. They primed a whole lot more than we thought they would which was great. Then the paint and the trim paint. Great job!! Thanks John, Kelly, and Brian!"
After 22 Main Street!
Before 22 Main Street..
Making your house stand out in the neighborhood!
Another Farmwood neighborhood home in Colchester
Brought this old Mill house back to life!

+30

Response time50 mins
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

If you have wood decking, there are several common deck problems that you might encounter. For example, your natural wood boards may fade over time due to things like sunlight, weather, and debris. On top of that, some types of wood decking can rot, grow mold, and attract destructive pests—including termites, carpenter ants, and woodpeckers.

The problems with composite decking include a high rate of expansion and contraction from temperature swings. This characteristic can cause boards to split, delaminate, or peel. In addition, significant movement can cause shrinking, warping, twisting, and bending. For this reason, you should minimize moisture and ensure proper airflow below your deck.

The best direction for a gate to swing depends on its location and purpose, but swinging inward is the general rule. An inward swing is often considered safer, prevents the gate from opening into public spaces like a sidewalk, and may be required by local building codes.

There are exceptions and specific considerations. If your property is on a slope, an inward swing might not be possible. For a deck gate, it's safest to have it swing away from any steps. In a backyard, the direction can be a matter of preference, though an inward swing can be helpful when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

Regardless of direction, ensure the gate can open fully without hitting any objects or blocking spaces. While an inward swing is standard, a gate that can swing both in and out offers the most flexibility if your setup allows for it.

Pressure-treated wood contains preservatives that give the material internal protection from rot and pests. Untreated lumber won’t last more than a few years unless you choose a more expensive wood, like cedar, that naturally stands up well to moisture. Composite decking can outlast wood but is more expensive and doesn’t look as natural. Keep in mind that you’ll need to seal any exterior wood product to protect it from the elements and other forms of external damage.

Both a well-constructed deck and a patio can add value to your home. Patios are generally cheaper to build but don’t offer the same aesthetics as a quality deck. Therefore, decks can be more appealing to buyers than patios, increasing a home's resale value.

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